Kaival Youth: Recent Episodes
Kaival Youth
As we examine and translate our last set of verses of our Guru Mahima, we are reminded of what we gain from being in Paramguru’s sharan, what we must give up, and why being in Paramguru’s sharan is the only way for us to reach self-actualization. By reaching self-actualization, we recognize our existence as an … S2: Ep.10: Shrimat Kuver Sharana Read More »
We move forward in our understanding of Paramguru’s sharan and the type of wealth we will gain once we allow the light of Paramguru’s gyan to infiltrate our minds and hearts. We live in a world with so many materialistic possessions and their attachments. We define these things as wealth and hope to keep acquiring … S2: Ep.09: Paramguru Sathe Ahanmeva Read More »
We continue to increase our knowledge and understanding about Paramguru’s sharan and why going into His sharan will require us to embody characteristics like humility, patience, persistence and devotion. First and foremost, we must ask Paramguru for His permission and we must earn the rights of being in His sharan. Once we are there, He … S2: Ep. 08: Paramguru Māra Din Bandhu Read More »
As we pick up right where we left off in episode 5, we continue understanding the importance of Paramguru’s “SATYA” gyan and why it keeps us anchored and stable. In these next sets of verses, Pujya Shree Narandasji Maharaj emphasizes why we should devote our tan (body), man (mind) and dhan (wealth) into Paramguru’s sharan … S2: Ep. 07: Sahi Guru Kasoti Read More »
Just slightly halfway through our Guru Mahima, our team takes a brief pause to recap and understand what we have translated so far and what Bhaavs Shree Narandasji Maharaj has helped us evoke as we sing this beautiful prathna. While each person’s listening experience is unique, we wanted to highlight some KEY points we have … S2: Ep. 06: Bhaav Through Behavior Read More »
In order to really reap the purest benefits of our Paramguru, we must remain loyal beyond measure. We must never speak negatively of our Guru or commit any actions against Him. If we follow Paramguru’s path, He will keep us from committing countless sins and keep us on a path of “Satya” – truth. In … S2: Ep. 05: Guru Vishe Bhaav Read More »
As we continue to move forward in our Guru Mahima journey, we are recognizing how truly fortunate we are to have a Guru Maharaj such as Paramguru who frees us from the immobilizing bonds of superficial attachments and attractions. However, Pujya Shree Narandasji Maharaj is once again bringing to our attention that in order to … S2: Ep. 04: ParamGURU nu GHANA Gyan Read More »
Episode 3 picks up with verse 32 as we continue to understand Paramguru’s divine prowess and the unwavering stability and support his Sharan (shelter) provides for all his Bhaktos. Taking a bee’s lead, we too must find our way to Paramguru’s lotus like charan and take in all the scents of his GYAN. We must … S2: Ep. 03: Amulya ParamGURU Pad Read More »
As Pujya Shree Narandasji Maharaj continues to take us further along in our journey towards Paramguru, he is making sure we understand Paramguru’s divinity, ability and grace with each step we take. Without this fundamental understanding and acknowledgement, we will continue to be deprived of our own self-serving ascension. Episode 2 continues with Guru Mahima … S2: Ep. 02: Evi Paramguru Ni Gati Read More »
Episode 1 begins our Guru Mahima journey. Whether you compare it to a verbal maze or climbing a small mountain, one thing is for sure, it will strengthen your mind, body and spirit. Pujya Shri Narandasji Maharaj has poured buckets of his own faith, devotion and bhakti into this beautiful prathna. As we bow down … S2: Ep. 01: Pratham Paramguru Ne Namu Read More »
When we love someone, we give them our time and attention. We love them for so many different reasons and for all the various things they do for us. Well, how often do we stop and think how much Karta has done for us. If we do Upasana everyday and understand our Sandhya Arti and … Ep. 12: 1, 2, 3…, Sandhya Arti Read More »
From metamorphosis to fishes in the deep seas to churning milk, Paramguru uses different analogies in this Sandhya Saakhi to help us understand the relationship between Guru and Shishya and why our Sad-Guru will help us recognize our eternal existence as a one and only ansh. With deep meanings in each verse, this Saakhi helps … Ep. 11: Being One, Sandhya Saakhi Read More »
There is no other than Karta. As we dissect the first Godi Pad, we are just amazed with Paramguru’s unwavering dedication to Karta. As he teaches us why Karta is the one and only entity we should bow down to, our faith in Karta and Paramguru continues to solidify and strengthen.
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We are getting back on our Upasana train with Episode 9 as our team translates Guru Mahima Saakhee. This small, bhaav filled stuti serves as a mini-guide for bhaktos to reflect upon our daily bhakti. What are the steps we need to take to develop our focus and be able to really connect to Paramguru? … Ep. 09: Step On and Up, Guru Mahima Saakhe Read More »
This is a MUST listen episode for all audiences but especially for our KYers. Going to shibirs and translating the Upasana has given us so much to think and learn about. One of the best ways to learn is by asking questions and WHO better to ask these questions than our very own Pujya Guruji. … Blessed Episode: Satsang is 🔑 Read More »
Episode 8 finishes Paramguru Chalisa translations as our guests continue to discuss and exemplify how Paramguru is always present for his bhaktos. From teaching us how we need to approach our bhakti with humility to explaining Paramguru’s divinity, abilities, and greatness, Pujya Guruji has left no stone unturned. This is another reason why during Youth … Ep. 08: Jay Jay Jay, Paramguru Chalisa Continued Read More »
Taking a brief detour from our Upasana, Episode 7 begins translating one of our youth favorites: Paramguru Chalisa. Composed by our Pujya Guruji himself, this simple yet thorough prathna helps us connect to Paramguru on a basic level. It is a good summary prathna of our longer and much denser Guru Mahima, which normally follows … Ep. 07: Chaal! Towards Paramguru Read More »
Mahibij is coming up in a few short days and our Chicago Kaival Youthers want to help give you a quick and clean understanding of what Mahibij is, why Paramguru came to our Earth and how we can celebrate Mahibij in the best way possible. Mahibij is on Sunday, January 26th, 2020 this year and … Kuver Read More »
Episode 6 of our Upasana Translations series continues dissecting metaphors, analogies and imagery used to explain the power of Paramguru’s blessings as he teaches us why Paramguru has come upon on Earth and what he can do for us as our Guru. Paramguru’s divinity is incomparable and truly unique. He is above all else and … Ep. 06: Keeping Sinchan, Guru Stuti Continued Read More »
Join our soulful singers as they do a mini take over of our Podcast and discuss some of Pujya Guruji’s accomplishments from the past 50 years. Our Pujya Guruji, Saptam Kuveracharya Shree Avichaldasji Maharaj, is the seventh head of our Sampradaya. 2019 marked Guruji’s 50 year anniversary as a ‘Sant’ (pious saint). On January 4th … 50 Years Bhagvaa Read More »
Episode five of our Upasana Translations series continues translating the second section of our Upasana. After completing Pari Krama, we begin singing a prathna entitled “Guru Stuti”. This ‘bhaav’-filled’ (heartfelt emotion) prathna was composed by Pujya Shree Narandasji Maharaj in devotion to Paramguru. From devoting his very first ‘Pranaam’ to Paramguru and taking Paramguru’s ‘Charan-Raj’ … Ep. 05: But First, Let’s Do Guru Stuti Read More »
Episode four of our Upasana Translations series begins dissecting the second section of our Upasana. Written by Pujya Shree Narandasji Maharaj, the Pari Kramas are special type of prathnas in which we walk in circles around Paramguru. In this series, we translate Pari Krama 1 (there are four) and explain Pujya Shree Narandasji Maharaj’s intentions … Ep. 04: Circumambulation, Pari Krama, or Pradakshina Read More »
Episode three of our Upasana Translations series finishes dissecting the first section of our Upasana. Karta Stuti Saakhee is an extension of Karta Stuti. A small 4 couplet prathna, this stuti functions to reaffirm and validate everything Paramguru teaches through Karta Stuti. Learn the meaning and importance of “Saakhee” sections and our Jay Vidhi with … Ep. 03: Still Standing – KS Saakhee and Jay Vidhi Read More »
Episode two of our Upasana Translations series covers the second prathna of our Upasana. Karta Stuti immediately follows the Mangala and Shanghar Artis and it is completely devoted to Kaival Karta. Composed by Paramguru himself, Karta Stuti summarizes granth level teachings about who Karta is, what Karta’s abilities are, and how Paramguru and Karta are … Ep. 02: Keep Standing, it’s Karta Stuti Read More »
Episode one of our Upasana Translations series covers the first prathna of our Upasana. Learn how the Mangala and Shanghar Artis symbolize and exemplify a complete mental, physical and spiritual devotion to Karta and Paramguru. Each line helps us connect physical aspects of our pujas and vidhis to mental and spiritual actions that will enhance … Ep. 01: Morning Arti: Mental, Spiritual & Physical Read More »